Two teams looking to compete in Section 1A wrestling this year, Chatfield and GMLOS, renewed their rivalry in a key early season dual in LeRoy. Each team beat the common foe of Rochester Mayo (Chatfield 39-35, GMLOS 40-35). Each team sported a trio of ranked wrestlers. The Gophers also ended the Bulldogs season last year 40-33. Naturally, things were tight. Chatfield’s ability to field a 14-man team made the difference. It was basically back and forth the first nine weights, with a two ties and three lead changes. At 145, Seth Goetzinger (#5 at 138) got a pin to grab his 100th career win. Tate Karver’s pin of Rece Voigt at 160 was a key “W” that put the Gophers up 27-21. GMLOS then took three straight (170, 182, 195) to lead 36-27, though #7 Noah Sayles 14-9 decision win over Grady Schott at 182 was the dual’s most competitive match. Then it all ended anti-climatically. A. J. Karver (#10 at 220) and Isaiah Froese (285) took forfeit wins. Chatfield prevailed 39-36. Cael Bartels (#5 at 126) and Kail Schott (132) also had pins, Carson Rowland (106) a 7-0 decision win for Chatfield (which is 4-0).
Late Forfeits Propel Chatfield Over GMLOS
